Historical Tour and Musical Show in New Orleans Music Venue

Exploring the rich musical heritage of New Orleans is a captivating experience. This historical tour and jazz matinee show combine the city’s cultural legacy with live entertainment at a legendary music venue. Led by an expert guide, you’ll uncover iconic sites like the historic Dew Drop Inn, learning about its influential role in shaping local and American music. After enjoying this vibrant history, savor a delicious buffet lunch while enjoying a 90-minute live jazz performance. It’s a unique opportunity to dive into the heart of New Orleans’ musical soul.

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5 Booking Information

6 Historical Highlights of the Tour

7 Jazz Matinee Show Experience

Key Points

Comprehensive exploration of New Orleans’ vibrant music scene, including a historical walking tour and jazz matinee show.
Buffet lunch featuring classic New Orleans cuisine, led by an English-speaking professional guide.
90-minute live music performance at a renowned music venue, the Dew Drop Inn.
Tour is wheelchair accessible and accommodates travelers with mobility challenges.
Insights into the Dew Drop Inn’s rich musical heritage and influence on the local and American music scene.

Tour Overview

The tour offers a comprehensive exploration of New Orleans’ vibrant music scene, beginning with a historical walking tour followed by a captivating jazz matinee show.

Located in the heart of the city, the 90-minute live music performance takes place at a renowned music venue. Priced from $65 per person, the tour accommodates up to 50 travelers and includes a buffet lunch featuring classic New Orleans cuisine.

With English-speaking professional guides, the tour is wheelchair accessible and near public transportation, making it accessible for most travelers.

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Inclusions

This tour includes a buffet lunch featuring classic New Orleans fare.

Travelers can indulge in local specialties like jambalaya, gumbo, and po’ boys.

An English-speaking professional guide leads the group, providing historical insights and cultural context throughout the experience.

Gratuities for the guide and other staff are included, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free outing.

This comprehensive package allows participants to fully enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of New Orleans without worrying about additional costs or navigating the city independently.

Meeting and Pickup

Where does the tour begin?

The tour starts at the Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge, located at 2836 Lasalle St in New Orleans, LA 70115. Guests should enter through the door on the left into the lobby, where the host will escort them to the museum and venue.

The tour ends back at the meeting point. The location is wheelchair accessible, stroller accessible, and near public transportation. Most travelers can participate, and the surfaces are wheelchair friendly.

For those who need it, service animals are allowed.

Accessibility

The tour is wheelchair accessible, allowing travelers with mobility challenges to fully participate.

Strollers can also be brought along. Service animals are welcome. Access to the venue is conveniently located near public transportation.

The surfaces throughout the tour and at the venue are wheelchair-friendly. Most travelers can comfortably participate in this experience.

The tour’s focus on accessibility ensures an inclusive and enjoyable experience for all.

Booking Information

Travelers can receive confirmation of their booking immediately, unless the experience is booked within 1 hour of the start time.

Guests have the flexibility to reserve now and pay later. Plus, free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience begins, allowing for changes in plans.

The booking process is straightforward, ensuring a hassle-free experience for all. With these options, travelers can book their New Orleans music venue tour with confidence, knowing they can easily adapt their plans as needed.

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Historical Highlights of the Tour

Guests embark on a captivating journey through New Orleans’ rich musical heritage during this tour.

They’ll explore the historic Dew Drop Inn, a legendary venue that hosted iconic jazz, blues, and R&B artists. The guide shares fascinating stories of the venue’s past, transporting visitors back in time.

Guests learn about the venue’s role in shaping the local music scene and its influence on the broader American music landscape.

The tour provides a unique opportunity to gain insights into New Orleans’ vibrant cultural legacy, setting the stage for the upcoming jazz matinee performance.

Jazz Matinee Show Experience

After exploring the historical Dew Drop Inn, travelers enjoy a lively 90-minute jazz matinee show.

The performance showcases the vibrant New Orleans jazz scene, with skilled musicians playing a repertoire of classic tunes. Guests can enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local cuisine before the show.

The intimate venue provides an authentic experience, allowing visitors to feel the energy and rhythm of the music up close.

With gratuities included, travelers can sit back, relax, and soak in the soulful sounds that make New Orleans a renowned musical destination.

Recap

Enjoy the rich musical legacy of New Orleans through a captivating historical tour and an exhilarating jazz matinee show. Explore iconic sites, uncover fascinating stories, and savor a delicious lunch while enjoying a 90-minute live performance at a legendary music venue. This all-inclusive experience offers a comprehensive and unforgettable journey into the heart of the city’s vibrant cultural heritage.